Activities

Supporting each other

Our ongoing activities include:

Monthly self-led support group meetings for members
Hosting guest speakers and information sessions on topics of interest at our meetings
Regional outreach to promote our group
Organized group social gatherings and outings to interesting places in the region such as:
- - Dinners, picnics, and the annual Christmas luncheon
  - Visits to local events and arts productions
Fundraising activities, such as garage and bake sales and a hot dog drive
Identifying advocacy opportunities that will lead to improved lives of our members
Exchanging information and resources among our members

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Guest speakers

Our guest speakers have included:

Crime Stoppers
Dental hygienists
Home care coordinators
Occupational therapists
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) constables
Representatives from other support groups. For example: March of Dimes, Alzheimer’s Society, Multiple Sclerosis Canada
Royal Canadian Legion members
Yoga instructors

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How much does it cost?

There is no membership fee to join OPAL. We do collect donations at our monthly meetings to help cover the cost of local transit, our social activities, and bereavement flowers for members.

We are not a registered charity due to capacity limitations. We rely entirely on our own fundraising efforts and the generosity of our community to help us conduct our activities.

To donate funds or goods for one of our fundraising sales, please contact a member of the group executive.

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